2006 Acura MDX vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | MDX | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
